Inside The Grant Podcast

Taking the leap into grant writing can feel like being a baby with a chainsaw—exciting, but totally overwhelming! 🪓💸 In this video, you'll see how Lee went from paralyzed with doubts and tech hang-ups to cashing in nearly his full investment on his very first big contract, all while making a real impact for a cause that means the world to him. If you've ever felt stuck in the “Valley of Despair” or unsure where to start, stick around to see how action, community, and a dose of humor can get you out—and might land you your first $5K win!

Watch more videos like this:

From Layoff to Grant Writing Success: Ruvini's journey
➡️ https://youtu.be/F9eYW8bhA54?si=j6q3N-dDgcYImKfd

One Year to a Dream Job: Carolyne Grant Writing Story
➡️ https://youtu.be/HedbuxqaTYI?si=pytocXmA9Q8Vwd41

How Monique Built a Successful Grant Writing Business From Scratch:
➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RxdLsGOUY8&list=PLdG9L-lMwx_gPlKmqrzy-EwTgW5lmNxNc&index=8

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Once upon a time, a grant writer unearthed a big problem: there were no options for learning to write grants in a modern, refreshing way. Existing options were “old school” and expensive.

The idea? Create an online learning experience that makes grant writing approachable and fun.

Learn Grant Writing was founded on the belief that our time should be spent adding real value to our communities and leading fulfilling lives.

You're in the right place if you want to...
🔸 explore your curiosity
🔸 change careers
🔸 freelance grant write
🔸 volunteer, or
🔸 improve an existing skill.

No sugar coating it! Grant writing is hard work. But, if it fits your personality and goals, it can be life changing. Getting professionally trained in grant writing can save you years of mistakes and lost grants, make you indispensable, and give you wonderful lifestyle flexibility.

You can become a grant writing unicorn 🦄 faster than you might realize. Learn more: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/

Subscribe for new weekly videos: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Watch this video about Grant Writing for Beginners: https://youtu.be/MBRrCwOuM00
Learn the 7 Steps to Writing a Grant: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdG9L-lMwx_iCIOdD4oKpTXjpivrLClp-

Free Grant Writing Course: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
Write Grants. Get Paid: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing/

Let’s Connect...
Website: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2StUZct3VxoN7lfuQuqRBo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senecaworks/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/learngrantwriting/
FB: https://web.facebook.com/learngrantwriting.org/

🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Jumping into grant writing can feel like diving into the deep end without floaties—mistakes can cost you time, cash, and a shot at HUGE grant funding. 😅 If you’re tired of winging it, missing out on funds, or getting rejected, this video spills the secrets to what really works. You’ll walk away feeling way more confident and grant-ready—like the unicorn you were meant to be. 🦄 Stick around because Meredith dishes out her top five rookie mistakes and shows you exactly how to avoid them so you can finally land those grants you've been dreaming about!

See related videos here 👇
👉 How to Write a Grant: 7 Steps to a Winning Proposal [Updated for 2025!]: https://youtu.be/fDVkTSHTzzY
👉 Still feeling fuzzy on cost-share? Here's a video on match funding: https://youtu.be/lUCyJDru2aQ
👉 Looking to break into grant writing as a newbie and earn your first $15k? Start here:
https://youtu.be/BcXdbsLDlGo
👉 Working as an in-house grant writer and looking to win more funding? Start here:
https://youtu.be/y0A50NgW8Go

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Once upon a time, a grant writer unearthed a big problem: there were no options for learning to write grants in a modern, refreshing way. Existing options were “old school” and expensive.

The idea? Create an online learning experience that makes grant writing approachable and fun.

Learn Grant Writing was founded on the belief that our time should be spent adding real value to our communities and leading fulfilling lives.

You're in the right place if you want to...
🔸 explore your curiosity
🔸 change careers
🔸 freelance grant write
🔸 volunteer, or
🔸 improve an existing skill.

No sugar coating it! Grant writing is hard work. But, if it fits your personality and goals, it can be life changing. Getting professionally trained in grant writing can save you years of mistakes and lost grants, make you indispensable, and give you wonderful lifestyle flexibility.

You can become a grant writing unicorn 🦄 faster than you might realize. Learn more: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/

Subscribe for new weekly videos: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Watch this video about Grant Writing for Beginners: https://youtu.be/MBRrCwOuM00
Learn the 7 Steps to Writing a Grant: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdG9L-lMwx_iCIOdD4oKpTXjpivrLClp-

Free Grant Writing Course: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
Write Grants. Get Paid: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing/

Let’s Connect...
Website: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2StUZct3VxoN7lfuQuqRBo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senecaworks/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/learngrantwriting/
FB: https://web.facebook.com/learngrantwriting.org/

🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Ready to trade burnout and a narrow work life for flexibility, massive impact, and a business that actually lights you up? ✨ This video peels back the curtain on Amanda’s leap from a steady in-house grant writing job to bringing in six figures as her own boss—while still showing up for her kids and helping more people than ever. Wave goodbye to the fear of freelancing alone and “not being good enough,” and tune in to learn how Amanda’s risk paid off (big time) and how you can make your own dream work-life reality! 🚀

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Once upon a time, a grant writer unearthed a big problem: there were no options for learning to write grants in a modern, refreshing way. Existing options were “old school” and expensive.

The idea? Create an online learning experience that makes grant writing approachable and fun.

Learn Grant Writing was founded on the belief that our time should be spent adding real value to our communities and leading fulfilling lives.

You're in the right place if you want to...
🔸 explore your curiosity
🔸 change careers
🔸 freelance grant write
🔸 volunteer, or
🔸 improve an existing skill.

No sugar coating it! Grant writing is hard work. But, if it fits your personality and goals, it can be life changing. Getting professionally trained in grant writing can save you years of mistakes and lost grants, make you indispensable, and give you wonderful lifestyle flexibility.

You can become a grant writing unicorn 🦄 faster than you might realize. Learn more: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/

Subscribe for new weekly videos: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Watch this video about Grant Writing for Beginners: https://youtu.be/MBRrCwOuM00
Learn the 7 Steps to Writing a Grant: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdG9L-lMwx_iCIOdD4oKpTXjpivrLClp-

Free Grant Writing Course: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
Write Grants. Get Paid: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing/

Let’s Connect...
Website: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2StUZct3VxoN7lfuQuqRBo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senecaworks/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/learngrantwriting/
FB: https://web.facebook.com/learngrantwriting.org/

🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Think you need a fancy degree to land grant writing gigs? Nope, that’s just old-school thinking. 🎓 If you’re craving a flexible, meaningful career but feel overwhelmed by where to start (or worry about getting stuck in an underpaid, overworked nonprofit job), you’re in the right place. Discover how total beginners are cashing in on grant writing, picking the projects that light them up, and using AI to boost their income—all while making a real impact. 🚀 Stick around to get Meredith’s seven-step grant-writing roadmap and peel back the curtain on careers you didn’t even know existed!

Here's a link to the best book on grant writing out there: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/learn-grant-writing-book/

Here's an easy step into the world of grant writing, our free minicourse on grant writing: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/

Here's a free budget template:
https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-resources/

Break into grant writing and earn $15k to see if you like it:
https://www.learngrantwriting.org/become-a-paid-grant-writer/

Transform how you work in 30 days, so you can feel confident you’re using AI the right way:
https://www.learngrantwriting.org/ai-for-grant-writers-course/

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Once upon a time, a grant writer unearthed a big problem: there were no options for learning to write grants in a modern, refreshing way. Existing options were “old school” and expensive.

The idea? Create an online learning experience that makes grant writing approachable and fun.

Learn Grant Writing was founded on the belief that our time should be spent adding real value to our communities and leading fulfilling lives.

You're in the right place if you want to...
🔸 explore your curiosity
🔸 change careers
🔸 freelance grant write
🔸 volunteer, or
🔸 improve an existing skill.

No sugar coating it! Grant writing is hard work. But, if it fits your personality and goals, it can be life changing. Getting professionally trained in grant writing can save you years of mistakes and lost grants, make you indispensable, and give you wonderful lifestyle flexibility.

You can become a grant writing unicorn 🦄 faster than you might realize. Learn more: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/

Subscribe for new weekly videos: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Watch this video about Grant Writing for Beginners: https://youtu.be/MBRrCwOuM00
Learn the 7 Steps to Writing a Grant: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdG9L-lMwx_iCIOdD4oKpTXjpivrLClp-

Free Grant Writing Course: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
Write Grants. Get Paid: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing/

Let’s Connect...
Website: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2StUZct3VxoN7lfuQuqRBo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senecaworks/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/learngrantwriting/
FB: https://web.facebook.com/learngrantwriting.org/

🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Once upon a time, a grant writer unearthed a big problem: there were no options for learning to write grants in a modern, refreshing way. Existing options were “old school” and expensive.

The idea? Create an online learning experience that makes grant writing approachable and fun.

Learn Grant Writing was founded on the belief that our time should be spent adding real value to our communities and leading fulfilling lives.

You're in the right place if you want to...
🔸 explore your curiosity
🔸 change careers
🔸 freelance grant write
🔸 volunteer, or
🔸 improve an existing skill.

No sugar coating it! Grant writing is hard work. But, if it fits your personality and goals, it can be life changing. Getting professionally trained in grant writing can save you years of mistakes and lost grants, make you indispensable, and give you wonderful lifestyle flexibility.

You can become a grant writing unicorn 🦄 faster than you might realize. Learn more: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/

Subscribe for new weekly videos: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1

Watch this video about Grant Writing for Beginners: https://youtu.be/MBRrCwOuM00
Learn the 7 Steps to Writing a Grant: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdG9L-lMwx_iCIOdD4oKpTXjpivrLClp-

Free Grant Writing Course: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
Write Grants. Get Paid: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing/

Let’s Connect...
Website: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2StUZct3VxoN7lfuQuqRBo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senecaworks/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/learngrantwriting/
FB: https://web.facebook.com/learngrantwriting.org/

🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Feeling lost in the job-hunting maze and tired of your résumé vanishing into the online void? This video is your playbook to beating AI resume filters, crushing the overwhelm of endless applications, and standing out with skills that employers actually want. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to turn your unique talents into that dreamy job you deserve—no more feeling stuck or invisible. Stick around for real success stories and clever strategies you probably haven’t tried yet!

More videos like this:

• What You Need To Know To Pivot Careers & Land in Grant Writing: Beth's Journey https://youtu.be/fMHXht_moRU
• How To Break Into A New Career With No Prior Experience & Without Accumulating Debt (Yes, For Real!) https://youtu.be/yiM8gs0W-ak
• Advice for Those Thinking About Quitting Their Job to Start a New Freelance Grant Writing Career https://youtu.be/Z8AllQSqfXw

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Ever felt like life just keeps piling on challenge after challenge—and you’re left wondering how to turn it all around? 😩 Heather Andrews knows that struggle all too well, from losing a dream job to wrestling with the chaos of family and self-doubt. But what if the “valley of despair” isn’t just something to survive, but a launchpad to discovering your true superpowers? 💥 In today’s conversation, Heather reveals how teaming up with talented people (even those who seem “untouchable”) and leaning into community support unlocked a path from burnout to $15k in just 10 months. If you need real talk, fresh strategies, and a reminder that your hardest days can create your greatest wins—stick around, this episode will leave you inspired and ready for your own breakthrough! 🚀

Loved Heather's journey? Dive into how she got started in this video:
https://youtu.be/BcXdbsLDlGo

Starting from scratch? All good. We've got you covered if you want to binge grant writing tips for beginners here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdG9L-lMwx_jQC4cnauirxOVYLDniijFg

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Meredith spills the secret sauce on ditching undercharging and quitting the never-ending hustle, guiding you from doubting your skills to confidently running a six-figure freelance grant writing biz—without a website, LLC, or risking your day job. 🌟 You’ll want to stick around to discover the unicorn strategies that make landing dream clients and charging what you’re worth feel almost effortless!

You're not alone:
Stacy was in the exact same boat before she decided she wanted to work for herself.
👉 7 Lessons Stacy Learned After Winning $40 Million for Nonprofits: https://youtu.be/iFpcpxZVYrY

And then there's Monique...
👉 How Monique Built a Successful Grant Writing Business From Scratch: https://youtu.be/2RxdLsGOUY8

If you're ready to level up in your grant writing this year through our earn and learn business model, send us an email at ➡️➡️➡️➡️ [email protected] TODAY.

You can also join us live in Bend, OR next April
👉 Why Grant Writers Are Gathering in Oregon in 2026: https://youtu.be/pKf-tI7kpMQ

More videos like this:
👉 The 7 Best Grant Management Software Solutions (Out of 44 We Researched For You!)
https://youtu.be/wVUVACCNjNs

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Feeling stuck in a job that doesn’t light your fire—or terrified to ask people for money? 💸 Natasha went from being a graphic designer with zero grant writing experience to leading a grant writing team—and even scored a raise and major confidence boost along the way! 🚀 Dive in to discover how investing in yourself can pay off, the inside scoop on juggling career dreams with a tight budget, and why having the right boss and professional community changes everything—don’t miss the “Unicorn Grant” twist that could change your career path too!

Watch more videos like this:

How She Transformed from Nothing to Securing Millions in Grants!
👉 https://youtu.be/uBKSSoK9Pcc

How She Won $3.3 Million in Grants While Getting a $30k Raise At a Job She Loves
👉https://youtu.be/ftJzbdDcHdc

Grant Writing Unicorn Spotlights:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdG9L-lMwx_gPlKmqrzy-EwTgW5lmNxNc

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

🕵️‍♀️ Feel like finding federal grants is just a never-ending scavenger hunt? Drowning in confusing filters on Grants.gov and still coming up empty-handed? 😩 You’re not alone—but there is a faster way. Enter: Instrumentl.

In this video, we’re diving into how you can skip the overwhelm, dodge the dead ends, and find federal grants that actually match your mission—without losing hours of your life. From smarter filters to stress-free deadlines, Instrumentl might just be your new favorite grant tool.

Curious how to make federal grants feel less like rocket science and more like a walk in the park? Keep watching. 👀

More videos like this:
2025 Federal Grant Changes: What Nonprofits Need to Know | Instrumentl
https://youtu.be/kDMF747CSD4?si=5f8qaa73U-pKRk7m

Instrumentl x LGW: Manage Better to Win More: https://youtu.be/IOTACDtWjYo

Grant Database Tutorial: Instrumentl (An Easy Way to Find Grants):
https://youtu.be/xPuetyezRz4

And with tools like Instrumentl, you can make the search for funding way easier and way faster—especially if you're diving into the world of federal grants. It's one of our favorite platforms to help you cut through the chaos and focus on what actually matters. 🙌 Start your free 14-day Instrumentl trial & find grants for your nonprofit here:
http://instrumentl.com/r/LearnGrantWriting

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]

Sunshine, grit, and a dash of grant writing magic—Martinne's story is pure inspiration! 🌟 This video tackles that nasty imposter syndrome and the paralyzing indecision that keep so many of us from chasing our dream jobs or moving forward after a tough loss. You'll hear exactly how Martinne went from doubting her skills to landing her dream job, connecting in a brand new community, and turning grief into unstoppable motivation—all in just a few months. 🍀 Stick around to see how she makes huge life pivots look doable (and how you can, too)!

Check out more videos like this!

How She Transformed from Nothing to Securing Millions in Grants!
👉 https://youtu.be/uBKSSoK9Pcc

How She Won $3.3 Million in Grants While Getting a $30k Raise At a Job She Loves
👉https://youtu.be/ftJzbdDcHdc

Grant Writing Unicorn Spotlights:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdG9L-lMwx_gPlKmqrzy-EwTgW5lmNxNc

EPISODE CREDITS:

Hosted by: Meredith Noble & Alex Lustig

Audio Edit by: Ana Castro

Connect with Us:

• Website: [www.learngrantwriting.org]
• Instagram: [@learngrantwriting]
• Facebook: [Learn Grant Writing]